Level 3 Personal Trainer Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Level 3 Personal Trainer Strength and Conditioning Specialist

The Personal Training industry is highly competitive, and standing out from other trainers can be challenging. However, you can set yourself apart by finding a niche or specialisation that distinguishes you. That's precisely what our package offers!

This is your chance to become a qualified Personal Trainer and S&C (Strength and Conditioning) Specialist. This dual qualification will empower you with the qualifications you need to provide your clients with a comprehensive range of support, specifically focused on advanced strength, power, conditioning, and personal training.

With this unique combination of skills, you'll be able to cater to your clients' diverse needs and goals, offering them an elevated level of expertise and guidance. By becoming a Personal Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist, you're differentiating yourself within the industry and equipping yourself with the tools to deliver exceptional results and take your career to new heights.

Overview

This Personal Training package is a comprehensive bundle that includes the Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training, the Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning, and an Exercise Demonstration supportive resource. By successfully completing these courses, you'll become a qualified Personal Trainer and a strength and conditioning specialist. This dual qualification will enable you to offer your clients tailored strength and conditioning programs and command higher hourly rates.

Our team of industry-leading professionals will guide you throughout the courses, providing invaluable tips and advice for succeeding in the industry. They will also equip you with the necessary knowledge to excel as a top-quality Personal Trainer. By the time you finish these courses, you'll be well-prepared to enter the fitness industry armed with a wealth of knowledge to share with your clients.

Get ready to take your fitness career to the next level and make a lasting impact on your clients with this complete personal training package.

Below are the key topics covered in each course:

Level 3 Gym Instructing & Personal Training

• Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Nutrition for physical activity
• How to provide client consultations
• How to plan and deliver personal training programmes
• Engaging a client and maximising their experience
• Business Fundamentals for a personal trainer

Level 4 Strength & Conditioning

• Biomechanical, physiological and psychological factors affecting strength and conditioning for sports performance
• Skill Acquisition and professional practice in sports performance
• Scientific principles underpinning sporting performance
• Delivering a range of strength and conditioning activities
• Understanding trends and tools in current strength and conditioning practice

To learn more about the course, including its contents, the team behind it, and the exciting career prospects it offers, explore the tabs above. Alternatively, register your interest, and we'll provide you with additional information and answer any questions.

What sets us apart from other training providers is our commitment to delivering courses developed and provided by industry experts who set the standard for excellence in their respective fields. With our course, you'll experience a blend of written materials, interactive learning elements, and engaging course videos that make studying both enjoyable and interactive.

We believe in delivering high-quality, engaging education that will empower you with the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in your career. So, don't hesitate to explore further or register your interest now!

Modules

Level 3 Gym Instructing and Personal Training

Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise

• The structure and function of the cardiorespiratory system
• The anatomy and design of the skeleton
• Understanding the muscular system and its life-course
• The energy systems of the human body
• The role of the nervous system and the principles of muscle contraction
• The function of the digestive system

Unit 2: Applied Anatomy and Physiology

• The cardiorespiratory system and its relation to exercise
• The skeletal system and its relation to exercise
• The muscular system and its relation to exercise
• Postural and core stability
• The nervous system and its relation to exercise
• The endocrine system and its relation to exercise and health
• Energy systems and their relation to exercise

Unit 3: Nutrition for Physical Activity

• The principles of nutrition
• Key nutritional strategies and guidelines
• Understand how to use nutritional tools
• Collecting and analysing nutritional information
• Apply the principles of nutrition

Unit 4: Client Consultations and Lifestyle Management

• The client consultation process in the gym environment
• The role of health screening, fitness testing and risk stratification
• Lifestyle and health promotion
• Understand the prevention and management of common health conditions
• Principles of behaviour change and exercise adherence
• Be able to conduct consultations and assessments

Unit 5: Planning and Delivering Gym Programmes

• The components of fitness and programming variables
• Understanding gym-based exercise training
• Planning and delivering gym-based training
• Reviewing gym-based training
• Safeguarding in the fitness environment

Unit 6: Planning and Delivering Personal Training Programmes

• Obtaining client information in informing programme planning
• Observing and adapting exercise technique
• Demonstrating professional conduct
• How to instruct and adapt personal training sessions to meet the needs of different clients

Unit 7: Maximising the Customer Experience in the Exercise Environment

• How to assess customer needs in a gym environment
• The role of customer service in the gym environment
• Communicating with customers and colleagues
• Professional practice
• Cleaning and waste management in the gym environment

Unit 8: Business Acumen for Personal Trainers

• Understand the principles of business planning and creating a business plan for a successful personal training business
• Managing finances related to a personal training business

L4 Strength & Conditioning

Unit 1: Biomechanical, physiological and psychological factors affecting strength and conditioning for sports performance

• Understand the biomechanical factors affecting sports performance
• Understand the physiological factors affecting sports performance
• Understand the psychological factors affecting sports performance

Unit 2: Programming strength and conditioning activities for sports performance

• Understand skill acquisition and professional practice in sports performance
• Understand the scientific principles underpinning sporting performance
• Understand the principles behind programming strength and conditioning activities

Unit 3: Delivering Strength and Conditioning for sports performance

• Deliver a range of strength and conditioning activities
• Understanding trends and tools in current strength and conditioning practice

Entry Requirements

No prior experience or qualifications are necessary to join this course package! It's open to everyone!

The L3 Personal Training Diploma is an introductory qualification, so you don't need any prior knowledge. We'll provide you with all the essential training you need to become an outstanding Personal Trainer. Once you complete the diploma, you'll be ready to embark on your L4 Strength & Conditioning Course.

Please note that to book your unit 1 exam, a minimum payment of 15% of the course fee is required. You can only sit for your unit 1 exam once this payment threshold is met. However, you're more than welcome to continue progressing through the course content.

Each unit in the L3 Personal Training Course will be evaluated through a variety of assessment methods that align with the course content. You can expect a combination of multiple-choice exams, written questions, video submissions, program cards, and worksheets.

For Unit 1 and Unit 2, the assessments are externally conducted by Innovate Awarding. If you don't pass on your first attempt, they charge a resit fee of £29.99. To boost your confidence before the exams, we provide three mock exams for each unit!

Our team of industry professionals assess the remaining units in this package, and the best part is that we offer unlimited free resits for all these assessments!

When it comes to video submissions, you'll need access to gym equipment, including cardio machines, weight machines, and free weights. Don't worry, though! We'll guide you through each assessment as they come in, ensuring you're fully prepared.

The learndirect team are here to support you every step of the way.

Innovate Awarding

Successful completion of this training package will see you awarded the Level 3 Diploma for the Gym Instructing and Personal Training Practitioner (RQF) and the Level 4 Certificate for Strength and Conditioning (RFQ).

Innovate Awarding is an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation with an innovative and dynamic approach. They develop off-the-shelf, customised and fully bespoke qualifications across a growing number of sectors – all on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). 

The Level 3 Personal Trainer Strength and Conditioning Specialist is the perfect place to start for anyone looking to break into the fitness industry and make a name for themselves. By achieving qualifications in Personal Training and Strength & Conditioning (S&C) simultaneously, you'll broaden your range of services and be able to set a higher price point.

With your personal training qualification, you can lead group exercise classes, work in a gym environment, provide online coaching, and offer personalised training sessions on a one-on-one basis. Equally, the S&C qualification will equip you with the expertise to develop bespoke plans for high-performance clients and athletes.

These two qualifications perfectly complement each other and provide you with the essential skills and knowledge required to enter the industry with the best chances of achieving success. By combining these certifications, you'll not only enhance your offerings but also position yourself for greater opportunities and higher earning potential.